Hyskon induced pulmonary hemorrhage

Hyskon ®, a distension medium composed of dextran 70 in 10% dextrose in water, is often used during hysteroscopic procedures. Coagulopathy and pulmonary edema are the most commonly reported side effects encountered during its use. We present the first case report in which a healthy patient developed...

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Published in:Journal of clinical anesthesia Vol. 7; no. 4; pp. 323 - 325
Main Authors: Romero, Robby M., Kreitzer, Joel M., Gabrielson, George V.
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: United States Elsevier Inc 01-06-1995
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Summary:Hyskon ®, a distension medium composed of dextran 70 in 10% dextrose in water, is often used during hysteroscopic procedures. Coagulopathy and pulmonary edema are the most commonly reported side effects encountered during its use. We present the first case report in which a healthy patient developed pulmonary hemorrhage from Hyskon ® use. The major side effects of Hyskon ® are discussed, as are the possible etiologies of the reported complication and the implications for anesthesiologists.
ISSN:0952-8180
1873-4529
DOI:10.1016/0952-8180(95)00035-G